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BIG BLACKSMITH Traditional Geocache

This cache has been archived.

erik88l-r: Dear Geocacher,
As there has been no response to my previous log, I'm archiving this cache to keep it from continually showing up in search lists, and to prevent it from blocking other cache placements. If you wish to repair/replace the cache sometime in the future, just contact us (by email), and assuming it meets the guidelines, we'll be happy to unarchive it.
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Hidden : 12/30/2008
Difficulty:
1 out of 5
Terrain:
1 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:

BIG BLACKSMITH, TRALEE TOWN PARK

This fine limestone sculpture, Draíocht an Gabha (Magic of the Blacksmith), near the entrance to the Siamsa Tíre Theatre is by the Sligo-born sculptor Fred Conlon (1944-2005), This work was executed by Fred in 1997 and captures the water and fire theme of the commission. The blacksmith representation was the sculptor's response to the brief and to Siamsa Tíre's theatrical performance Ding Dong Dedero, focusing on the art of the blacksmith, which greatly impressed him. Further information about Fred Conlon at FRED CONLON, Sculptor

Small round container. Original contents: harry potter figure, small teddy,small stapler. Earthday geocoin. Diabetes travel bug.

For further useful information about visitors to Tralee click Tralee.org

This Cache is available at all times however it can be very busy so take care. It is very accessable on foot. Car Parking during week days can a problem. Wheelchairs can get very close but cache is off the path so a little help will be needed.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Va cubgb "Zntvp bs gur Oynpxfzvgu" ur frrzf gb or cbvagvat gb vg

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)